
Is Metropolitan Ave / 69th St a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Queens, New York - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
134 Registered Offenders Nearby
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency appears to involve a patient near Bergen and Nostrand in Brooklyn. Dispatch requested available CH units for transport. | Nostrand Ave & Bergen St, Brooklyn, NY 11216 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched to 76th Road and Parsons Boulevard, with unit 7605 responding to assist. | 76th Rd & Parsons Blvd, Queens, NY 11366 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units and medics were dispatched to a possible major trauma at the intersection of 76th Road and Parsons Boulevard in Queens, with additional backup requested. | 76th Rd & Parsons Blvd, Queens, NY 11366 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported panhandling incident near 167th–168th Street on a subway line involving a male who is handcuffed and wearing a red shirt and mask. | 168th St, Queens, NY | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call at Lincoln Place near Kingston Avenue involves a patient with pain in both knees and difficulty breathing. Crown Heights units, including CH 84 and CH 69, are responding with backup bus units requested. | Lincoln Pl & Kingston Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11213 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units responded to a reported car crash on the Brooklyn-bound outer roadway of the Williamsburg Bridge. One person was still in the vehicle but did not appear to be trapped, and the rescue response was reduced while EMS was assigned. | Williamsburg Bridge, Brooklyn, NY | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a request was made for a bus to transport a patient from Spencer Street and Park Avenue to UW. | Spencer St & Park Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was dispatched near 30th Avenue and 41st Street in Astoria for a pet struck. Emergency units responded, with one unit later canceled after EMS was reported en route. | 41st St & 30th Ave., Queens, NY 11103 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units responded to a reported incident where a bus apparently struck a pedestrian near 30th Avenue and 41st Street in Queens. | 41st St & 30th Ave., Queens, NY 11103 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible cardiac arrest reported near Bergen Street and Connecticut Avenue in Brooklyn. One unit was reassigned to a separate trauma call while another unit was assigned to handle the apparent arrest case. | Bergen St, Brooklyn, NY | Medical Emergency |
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Metropolitan Ave / 69th St Overview
Metropolitan Ave / 69th St is a remote, quiet neighborhood in Queens, NY, with very low population density and historic homes.
The housing supply is very tight with a 0.0% vacancy rate, indicating strong demand or limited availability.
Housing market and real estate character
Metropolitan Ave / 69th St features historic homes with a very tight housing supply and a mix of owners and renters.
| Housing Age | Built mostly before 1940 and some 1970-1999 |
|---|---|
| Owner and Renter Occupied | Mixed occupancy |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood has very low childhood poverty and no college graduates, reflecting unique demographic characteristics.
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree Holders | 0.0% |
Demographics
| Clerical and Tech Support Employment | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Native American Ancestry | 0.0% |
Commute
Residents have long commutes and unique transit patterns, with ferry as the main mode to work.
Metropolitan Ave / 69th St stands out for its quietness and ferry-based commuting, uncommon in most neighborhoods.
| Longest Commute Range | Longer than 1 hour |
|---|---|
| Ferry Commute Rate | 0.0% |
Homes for sale near 11379
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Metropolitan Ave / 69th St?
The median home price is $988,876, more expensive than 72.7% of New York neighborhoods.
How dense is the neighborhood?
It is one of the least densely populated neighborhoods in America.
What is the vacancy rate?
Vacancy rate is 0.0%, lower than 100% of US neighborhoods.